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Caramel Candy Bars
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 24
You’ll love these delicious, buttery bars. They’re so rich that a small portion may be enough to satisfy your sweet tooth—but don’t expect many leftovers!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/3 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour
caramel layer:
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1-2/3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
chocolate drizzle:
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in flour until blended. Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
2. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt caramels and butter with milk until smooth, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in confectioners' sugar and pecans. Spread over crust.
3. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over caramel layer. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Cut into bars. Yield: 2 dozen.
By RecipeOfHealth.com